"I'm here today because I am gay," Page told the audience at the Human Rights Campaign "Time to THRIVE" Conference for LGBT youth at the Bally's Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

"I am tired of hiding and I am tired of lying by omission. I suffered for years because I was scared to be out. My spirit suffered, my mental health suffered and my relationships suffered. And I'm standing here today, with all of you, on the other side of all that pain."

Page received a standing ovation when she came out to the crowd, and has since received a flood of support from fellow celebrities on Twitter:

Love love LOVE @EllenPage & the message she sent out today! What a perfect way to end Valentines Day!